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Government
1 week ago
Skagit County to gain fifth superior court judge

Those interested have until Aug. 3 to apply for the position.

Education
1 week ago
Lynden School District to hold town hall for capital levy on April election ballot

The levy seeks to make upgrades to existing schools within the district.

Education
1 week ago
State shuts down funding for Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library

United Way of Whatcom County says it will have to find new funding sources to continue offering the program.

Government
2 weeks ago
State workers now able to view contributions to WA Cares Fund

Applications to access the benefits will open in mid-May and the benefits will become available in June.

Government
2 weeks ago
Alta Gas mishandles expansion of Cherry Point operation, per Whatcom County Hearing Examiner

Hearing examiner documents state these projects were not permitted and the county’s issuance of a Mitigation Determination of Non-Significance (MDNS) needs to remand.

Government
2 weeks ago
Let’s Go Washington sues Secretary of State over “millionaires’ tax”

The political action committee plans to bring the issue before the state Supreme Court in hopes of allowing a public vote on the tax.

Government
2 weeks ago
Governor signs bill giving oversight board power to remove sheriffs, other law enforcement leaders

Whatcom County Sheriff Donnell Tanksley previously voiced his opposition to the controversial bill.

Government
2 weeks ago
Skagit County approves relicensing agreement with Seattle City Light

Under the proposed settlement, City Light would pledge nearly $980 million to build fish passage over the dams it operates.

Government
2 weeks ago
Gov. Ferguson signs bills addressing housing problems in Washington

The governor also signed that bill along with one that would allow ADU construction in rural communities. 

Government
2 weeks ago
Deadline extended to apply for state aid from December flooding

Affected households could be eligible for up to $1,100 to cover urgent needs.